Tyson Foods Inc. said Monday a hefty impairment charge in its beef business left it with a loss for the fourth quarter, but reported its sales rose and... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Dominion Resources Inc. presented a check this morning for $2 million to help its EnergyShare program to assist families affected by the current economic... Richmond Times-Dispatch

First-time buyers seized on an expiring tax credit, low mortgage rates and falling prices to boost home sales in October to their highest level in 2½... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Stock futures are pointing to a higher opening Monday as investors try to snap a three-day losing streak. Richmond Times-Dispatch

When Robert W. Woltz Jr. walked up to the “cord-board” in Petersburg on his second day with the phone company, he stepped to a corner of the... Richmond Times-Dispatch

On his climb up the telephone company corporate ladder, Verizon Virginia President Robert W. Woltz Jr. learned what he calls the assumption of confidence.... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Recreational Equipment Inc. wants to make its mark as a leading outdoor gear and clothing store. The Seattle-based retailer, known as REI, sells camping,... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Brad Armstrong likes building furniture. “But I’m not very good at it,“ said Armstrong, a partner at The Martin Agency, the Richmond-based... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Rob Jefferson wanted to be an astronaut while growing up. “I love to explore things,“ the 2006 University of Virginia graduate said. “The... Richmond Times-Dispatch

CATHY McCARTHY Metro Business asked Cathy McCarthy, a senior vice president at Henrico County-based SnagAJob.com, an hourly and part-time job-listing Web... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Franco’s Fine Clothiers is opening a store this week in the Chesterfield Towne Center for the holiday shopping season—and maybe longer. The... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Chippenham Hospital Inc., owner; L F Jennings Inc., contractor; 700 Hioaks Road, $7 million. Russell Smith, owner; A & B Commercial Contractors,... Richmond Times-Dispatch

MONDAY, NOV. 23 Greater Richmond Chamber offers “Business Exit Strategies—Protecting Your Assets,“ 11:30 a.m., Chesterfield Department... Richmond Times-Dispatch

C. Annie Magnant New position: executive director, Science Museum of Virginia Foundation Previous position: president, Arthritis Foundation, Virginia Chapter... Richmond Times-Dispatch

The following are recently issued business licenses in Richmond. Prestige Home Investment Group LLC (real estate consultant); licensee same, 2512 First... Richmond Times-Dispatch

The following are recently issued business licenses in Henrico County. New India Restaurant (retail restaurant); licensee Ahsan Enterprises LLC, 5516 Lakeside... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Use social media to get people to your Web site Q:I am a small-business owner with a limited advertising budget. How can I drive more attention to my Web... Richmond Times-Dispatch

The following are recently issued business licenses in Chesterfield County. Barnett’s Debris Removal (personal service); licensee James D. Barnett,... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Posted on the Biz Buzz Blog last week   Cadillac has narrowed its list of potential ad agencies to three. The finalists include Shockoe Slip ad shop... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Indicators MONDAY National Association of Realtors releases existing-home sales for September.  TUESDAY Standard & Poor’s/Case-Shiller releases... Richmond Times-Dispatch

MONDAY, NOV. 23 Greater Richmond Chamber offers “Business Exit Strategies—Protecting Your Assets,“ 11:30 a.m., Chesterfield Department... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Ellis M. Dunkum has received the 2009 Distinguished Service Award from the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy. William M. Moss, Shirley... Richmond Times-Dispatch

New officers for the Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys are: president, Marshall H. Ross with Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver in Harrisonburg; immediate... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Coming up DEC. 2 Virginia Asian Chamber of Commerce presents the first Asian chamber gala, 6 p.m., The Jefferson Hotel, 101 W. Franklin St. Theme: “Gateway... Richmond Times-Dispatch

It’s the season for trafficking counterfeit money. As shoppers flock to stores and overwhelm cashiers, and as new hires take to the registers, counterfeiters... Richmond Times-Dispatch

ON THE MOVE ACCOUNTING   Raymond D. Bradley is director of acute-care services in the Healthcare Industry Group at Goodman & Company. He has more... Richmond Times-Dispatch

The following is a recent business bankruptcy petition filed in U.S. Bankruptcy Court: Case Number: 09-37276 LandAmerica OneStop Inc., Henrico County Assets:... Richmond Times-Dispatch

Interview with Eric Wolfe Hanson, illustrator, graphic designer and founder of the Society of Awesome. Richmond Times-Dispatch

How will you spend Thanksgiving? Vote on this topic. Richmond Times-Dispatch

In the business of bankruptcy, lawyers and other professionals charge tens of millions of dollars in fees — and get paid first — while creditors... Richmond Times-Dispatch